The new boss of Dixons Retail claimed that it had turned the tide in the
battle against online-only competitors as it reported a rebound in profits
from its British and Irish stores.

Sebastian James said that the price gap between Dixons and online-only
retailers had shrunk from 22 per cent to 6.5 per cent over the past three
years. It is earning more support from suppliers who want to ensure that the
benefits of more expensive products are still demonstrated in stores.

The owner of PC World and Currys said that profits at its British stores were
up 15 per